Tags

Iranian Nuclear Program

Iranian Nuclear Program

News and updates about Iranian Nuclear Program

Morton Klein to Arutz Sheva:

'You don’t make deals with Iran — you destroy their facilities'

ZOA President Morton Klein warns that Iran will violate any nuclear deal, urging military action instead. He criticizes efforts to achieve peace through negotiation, citing historical failures, and stresses that Israel must act independently to protect itself.

'You don’t make deals with Iran — you destroy their facilities'

Dr. Dan Diker:

'Israel knows time is short for a strike on Iran'

Speaking to Arutz Sheva, Dr. Dan Diker warns that while Trump pursues an "economic diplomacy" strategy with Iran, Israel remains on edge, aware that the window to stop a nuclear-armed Tehran is closing fast.

'Israel knows time is short for a strike on Iran'

Trump optimistic on Iran deal: I think we're doing very well

President Trump voices hope for a US-Iran nuclear deal, saying talks are progressing well and a pact could happen soon.

Trump optimistic on Iran deal: I think we're doing very well

Further talks planned

US and Iran make progress in nuclear negotiations

American and Iranian negotiators complete a third round of nuclear talks in Muscat, described as "positive and productive."

US and Iran make progress in nuclear negotiations

Trump:

'I told Netanyahu to be good to Gaza'

President Trump says he urged Netanyahu to send aid to Gaza during their call this week. On the US-Iran talks, Trump says they are progressing well.

'I told Netanyahu to be good to Gaza'

Rubio:

'Iran can have civilian program if it gives up enrichment'

US Secretary of State stresses that Iran must cease uranium enrichment to reach a deal with Washington.

'Iran can have civilian program if it gives up enrichment'

Think tank:

Iran fortifying its nuclear sites amid talks with the US

Iran is reinforcing two heavily fortified tunnel systems near its Natanz nuclear facility, according to satellite imagery analyzed by a Washington-based think tank.

Iran fortifying its nuclear sites amid talks with the US

IAEA says Iran is open to restoring nuclear surveillance

IAEA to dispatch a technical team to Tehran to explore reinstating surveillance at Iranian nuclear sites, signaling cautious progress in nuclear oversight.

IAEA says Iran is open to restoring nuclear surveillance

Amid nuclear talks

US slaps sanctions on Iranian LPG tycoon

US Treasury Department sanctions Seyed Asadoollah Emamjomeh and his network for orchestrating large-scale exports of Iranian LPG and crude oil, allegedly funding Iran’s nuclear ambitions and proxy groups.

US slaps sanctions on Iranian LPG tycoon

Iranian President:

'We’re ready for deal if national interests are respected'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expresses conditional readiness to reach a deal with the US in ongoing indirect talks, emphasizing the safeguarding of Iran’s national interests.

'We’re ready for deal if national interests are respected'

Iran claims:

'Israel trying to undermine the nuclear talks with the US'

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman claims a coalition is forming to disrupt Iran's nuclear talks with the US and that Israel is behind the effort.

'Israel trying to undermine the nuclear talks with the US'

Iran asserts commitment to US talks, urges sanctions relief

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi reaffirms Tehran's commitment to indirect talks with the US, calls for the removal of sanctions while defending Iran’s right to enrich uranium.

Iran asserts commitment to US talks, urges sanctions relief

Trump is wrong. Iran is becoming nuclear

Iran's nuclear program exhibits concerning parallels with those of North Korea, India, Pakistan, and Israel, marked by a history of deception, but radically differing from them in its alarming rhetoric of genocidal threats against Israel. The risks posed by a nuclear-armed Iran significantly outweigh those of other nations. Op-ed.

Trump is wrong. Iran is becoming nuclear

Iran FM: Obama's deal is no longer good enough for us

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi says 2015 nuclear deal is 'no longer good enough,' but offers 'lessons learned.'

Iran FM: Obama's deal is no longer good enough for us

Report: Israel not ruling out limited strike on Iran

Despite US President Donald Trump's refusal to support such an act, Israel has not tabled the option of conducting a limited strike on Iran's nuclear facilities.

Report: Israel not ruling out limited strike on Iran

Tehran seeks assurances against US withdrawal from new deal

Iran signals readiness to accept partial limits on its nuclear program but insists on firm guarantees that Washington won't abandon any future agreement.

Tehran seeks assurances against US withdrawal from new deal

Iranian Crown Prince:

'Nuclear talks will not bring peace to the Middle East'

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi warns, 'Regime uses diplomacy as a tactic to buy time, this is not the time to rescue a dying regime.'

'Nuclear talks will not bring peace to the Middle East'

Report:

Iran presented multi-phase nuclear proposal in Oman talks with US

Iran International reports that Tehran laid out a three-phase plan to Washington during talks in Oman, proposing curbs on uranium enrichment in exchange for sanctions relief. The US welcomed the proposal, but skepticism remains over Iran's motives.

Iran presented multi-phase nuclear proposal in Oman talks with US

IAEA chief:

US-Iran talks are at a 'critical phase'

The UN’s atomic watchdog chief says during visit to Tehran that negotiations between Iran and the US over Tehran’s nuclear program are at a pivotal stage.

US-Iran talks are at a 'critical phase'

Trump responds to report:

'I wouldn't say I waved off attack on Iran, I'm not in a rush'

President Trump addressed a report that he shelved an Israeli plan to attack Iranian nuclear facilities and stated that he prefers to attempt a diplomatic method first.

'I wouldn't say I waved off attack on Iran, I'm not in a rush'

Netanyahu does not deny that Trump nixed strike on Iran

The Prime Minister's office responded to a report that Israel was ready to strike Iran, but the US President stopped it and stated, 'As the Prime Minister declared more than once: Israel will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons.'

Netanyahu does not deny that Trump nixed strike on Iran

Report:

Trump shelved Israeli strike on Iran in favor of talks

The New York Times reports that President Trump postponed US support for an Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, choosing to pursue negotiations with Tehran instead. Israeli plans for a May attack were halted following Trump’s decision to engage Iran in talks, the report says.

Trump shelved Israeli strike on Iran in favor of talks

IAEA Director:

'Iran not far from possessing nuclear weapons'

Rafael Grossi told a French newspaper that while they still have a long way to go, the world has to recognize that Iran is 'not far' from obtaining nuclear weapons.

'Iran not far from possessing nuclear weapons'

Clarifies previous declaration

Witkoff demands total nuclear shutdown in Iran

Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff insists Iran must fully dismantle its nuclear program, contradicting earlier remarks indicating the US would allow low-level enrichment.

Witkoff demands total nuclear shutdown in Iran

Iran:

'Next round of talks with US will be held Saturday in Oman'

Iran's foreign ministry says the next round of talks between the United States and Iran over Tehran's nuclear program will be held in Oman on Saturday.

'Next round of talks with US will be held Saturday in Oman'

Trump on Iran talks:

'If we have to do something very harsh, we're going to do it'

The US President spoke about the talks between Iran and the US and claimed that Iran wants a deal but does not know how to get one 'because they were so used to dealing with stupid people in this country.'

'If we have to do something very harsh, we're going to do it'

Witkoff:

'US demands Iran end nuclear program, but compromise possible'

US envoy Steve Witkoff reveals Washington’s initial demand for Iran to dismantle its nuclear program ahead of critical talks, while signaling potential room for compromise.

'US demands Iran end nuclear program, but compromise possible'

White House Press Secretary:

'Iran must meet Trump’s demands or there will be all hell to pay'

Ahead of US and Iran talks in Oman, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump wants Iran to know that "all options are on the table" for preventing it from developing nuclear weapons.

'Iran must meet Trump’s demands or there will be all hell to pay'

Khamenei warned: Iran will be attacked and your regime will fall

During a meeting with Iranian officials, the Supreme Leader was warned that if he avoided negotiations with the Americans, it may lead to the end of his regime.

Khamenei warned: Iran will be attacked and your regime will fall

US and Iran trade warnings ahead of nuclear talks in Oman

The US and Iran exchange heated rhetoric ahead of high-stakes nuclear talks in Oman, with President Trump not ruling out military intervention and Tehran threatening to expel UN inspectors.

US and Iran trade warnings ahead of nuclear talks in Oman

Report:

Iran mulling interim nuclear deal with US

Axios reports Iran may seek an interim nuclear agreement with the US to buy time and reduce tensions with Washington.

Iran mulling interim nuclear deal with US

Iranian President insists:

'Iran has no intention of pursuing nuclear weapons'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reiterates Tehran’s disinterest in nuclear weapons and invites American investment, signaling a potential policy shift.

'Iran has no intention of pursuing nuclear weapons'

Trump on Iran:

'If it requires military action, Israel will be the leader'

Trump says that Israel would lead military action to thwart Iran’s nuclear program, should such action be required.

'If it requires military action, Israel will be the leader'

US sanctions entities connected to Iran's nuclear program

Sanctions target Iranian companies and an individual for supporting nuclear activities linked to AEOI and TESA.

US sanctions entities connected to Iran's nuclear program

White House Press Secretary:

'There will be hell to pay if Iran doesn't make a deal'

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump’s sanctions have crippled Iran’s terror funding and warns of “grave consequences” if Tehran rejects diplomacy.

'There will be hell to pay if Iran doesn't make a deal'

US Energy Secretary:

'Iran faces harsher sanctions without nuclear deal progress'

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright warns of intensified sanctions on Iran if it fails to reach a nuclear agreement with the Trump administration.

'Iran faces harsher sanctions without nuclear deal progress'

Iranian officials:

'Trump’s proposed deal is unacceptable'

Iranian leaders dismiss US President Trump’s proposed nuclear agreement, calling his demands unacceptable and reiterating their refusal to engage in direct negotiations with Washington.

'Trump’s proposed deal is unacceptable'

Report:

US will allow Iran to keep civilian nuclear program

Israeli officials skeptical Iran will agree to give up its nuclear weapons program as the US is reportedly ready to allow Iran to maintain a civilian program.

US will allow Iran to keep civilian nuclear program

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'If the US has the necessary will, an agreement can be reached'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi shed light on the upcoming talks between him and the US and made clear that he rejects the plan supported by Prime Minister Netanyahu.

'If the US has the necessary will, an agreement can be reached'

'Ball is in America's court'

Iranian FM confirms indirect Iran–US nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stresses that the upcoming nuclear talks with the US in Oman will be indirect, contradicting President Trump's claim of a direct meeting.

Iranian FM confirms indirect Iran–US nuclear talks

Iran insists:

Upcoming talks with the US will be indirect

Iran dismisses President Trump’s claim of direct nuclear talks, calling it a psychological tactic. Iranian officials say the planned meeting in Oman will be indirect, with diplomats relaying messages. Iran may consider direct talks later if progress is made.

Upcoming talks with the US will be indirect

Iran: US can only dream of a nuclear deal like Libya

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirms that no direct negotiations have occurred between Tehran and Washington following US outreach, dismisses any possibility of a Libya-style nuclear agreement with the US.

Iran: US can only dream of a nuclear deal like Libya

Iran threatens Middle Eastern countries over potential US strikes

Iranian official says regime has warned Iraq, Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Turkey and Bahrain that there will be "severe consequences" if their airspace is used for an American attack on Iran's nuclear program.

Iran threatens Middle Eastern countries over potential US strikes

Trump signals Iran may seek direct talks on nuclear deal

President Trump suggests Iran now wants direct nuclear talks with the US, despite previously rejecting his offer.

Trump signals Iran may seek direct talks on nuclear deal

French FM:

Clash with Iran 'almost inevitable' if nuclear talks collapse

France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot warns that a military confrontation with Iran is "almost inevitable" if negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program fail. His remarks follow a high-level meeting on Iran chaired by President Macron.

Clash with Iran 'almost inevitable' if nuclear talks collapse

Amid Western pressure

Russia and Iran confer on nuclear talks

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister discusses his country's nuclear program with his Russian counterpart, Sergei Ryabkov. The conversation follows Trump's threats of "bombing" if Iran fails to agree to a deal.

Russia and Iran confer on nuclear talks

Iran complains to UN:

'Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent'

Iran complains to UN Security Council after Trump threatened the Islamic Republic with bombings and tariffs if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal.

'Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent'

Khamenei's advisor:

'If bombed, Iran will be forced to develop nuclear weapons'

Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, warns that Iran could be forced to develop nuclear weapons if attacked by the US or Israel, despite a religious edict banning them.

'If bombed, Iran will be forced to develop nuclear weapons'

Trump warns:

Tariffs on Iran will be imposed 'in weeks' if no deal reached

US President says he would consider imposing secondary tariffs on Iran should the Islamic Republic fail to agree to a deal on its nuclear program. "I can't imagine them doing anything else but making a deal. The alternative is not going to be pretty, and I do not prefer that."

Tariffs on Iran will be imposed 'in weeks' if no deal reached

Iran warns US:

'Our missiles are poised for launch'

After Trump threatens Iran with "bombings" if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal, state-controlled Iranian newspaper Tehran Times posts on X that Iran's missiles are loaded onto launchers and are ready for launch.

'Our missiles are poised for launch'

Trump warns:

'Bad things' will happen to Iran without a deal

US President says his preference is to work out a deal with Iran on its nuclear program, "but if we don't work it out, bad, bad things are going to happen to Iran".

'Bad things' will happen to Iran without a deal

Via Oman:

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister says his country sent a response via Oman to Trump's letter calling for new nuclear deal: Our policy is still to not engage in direct negotiations, but indirect negotiations can continue.

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks

No direct negotiations

Iran open to indirect talks with US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says door is open for indirect negotiations with the US, but stresses "there is no chance for direct talks until there is a change in the other side's approach."

Iran open to indirect talks with US

US National Security Adviser:

'Iran has to give up its nuclear program'

White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz says the Trump administration seeks the "full dismantlement" of Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

'Iran has to give up its nuclear program'

Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi clarifies that negotiations with the United States are not possible unless Washington changes its approach.

Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure

Iran:

'We're carefully assessing Trump's letter'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says his country is assessing letter from Trump which urged Tehran to engage in negotiations for a new nuclear agreement: There is an opportunity behind every menace.

'We're carefully assessing Trump's letter'

Report:

Trump gave Iran 2-month ultimatum for new nuclear deal

US President's recent letter to Iran's supreme leader reportedly included an ultimatum setting a deadline for it to reach a new nuclear deal.

Trump gave Iran 2-month ultimatum for new nuclear deal

Iran reaffirms commitment to cooperation with nuclear watchdog

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister says Tehran remains "committed" to cooperating with the International Atomic Energy Agency.

Iran reaffirms commitment to cooperation with nuclear watchdog

Iran summons European envoys over UN nuclear meeting

Iran summons diplomats from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany to protest UN Security Council meeting on Tehran's nuclear program, which Iran says is "provocative and political".

Iran summons European envoys over UN nuclear meeting

Iran’s President to Trump:

'No negotiations, do whatever the hell you want'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says his country will not negotiate with the United States under pressure, delivers a blunt message to Trump: Do whatever the hell you want.

'No negotiations, do whatever the hell you want'